Electrical Engineer

Description

Summary: A Site Electrical Engineer directly oversees the daily installation, execution, and supervision of electrical works on a construction site, managing labor, progress, and immediate problem-solving. Highlights: 1. Oversee daily electrical installation works and direct site teams. 2. Resolve technical issues and coordinate with design and procurement teams. 3. Enforce safety protocols and ensure quality control of installations. **Job Summary** A Site Electrical Engineer directly oversees the day\-to\-day installation, execution, and supervision of electrical works on a construction site. While a design engineer works in an office and a QA/QC engineer focuses strictly on compliance, the site engineer is physically on the ground managing labor, progress, and immediate problem\-solving. **Core Duties and Responsibilities** **Site Supervision and Execution** * Supervise daily electrical installation works including containment, cabling, lighting, and power. * Direct site electricians, foremen, and subcontractors to meet daily work targets. * Interpret approved shop drawings and ensure site teams execute them accurately. * Manage site materials, tools, and equipment to prevent shortages or damage. **Progress Monitoring and Reporting** * Track daily progress against the master construction schedule. * Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports for the project manager. * Identify potential delays and implement recovery plans to keep work on track. * Measure completed quantities of work for subcontractor payment verifications **Technical Coordination** * Resolve day\-to\-day technical issues and clashes with civil or mechanical layouts. * Raise Requests for Information (RFIs) to the design team when drawings lack clarity. * Coordinate with the site surveyor to establish accurate reference points for equipment placement. * Assist the procurement team by raising material requisitions based on site needs. **Safety and Quality Control** * Enforce strict site safety protocols to prevent electrical and construction hazards. * Conduct daily toolbox talks with the workforce regarding safe working practices. * Coordinate with the QA/QC team to raise Inspection Requests (IRs) for completed works. * Ensure all installations comply with the project specifications and approved method statements **Testing and Handover** * Support the testing and commissioning team during the final startup of electrical systems. * Mark up red\-line drawings on site to reflect the exact "As\-Built" conditions. * Help clear punch list items to secure final handing over certificates from the consultant. Work Location: In person